Captain Joe's Charter 

4.9/5 (20 reviews)
 405 Evans Street , Morehead City, NC 28557, United States

Captain Joe's Charter 

Morehead City, NC, United States
65 ft
8
4.9/5 (20 reviews)

If you're ready to love fishing in Morehead City, look no further than Captain Joe's Charter. Having logged many hours on these tides, Captain Joe can tell you all about the local fishery.

Depending on conditions, you might hook into Dolphin (Mahi Mahi), Snowy Grouper, Atlantic Mackerel, Blue Marlin, White Marlin, Sailfish, Swordfish, Gray Triggerfish, Blackfin Tuna, Bluefin Tuna, Yellowfin Tuna, Wahoo, and who knows what yet! On these trips, you can expect to troll and bottom fish using heavy tackle. Any fish you catch are yours to take with you, provided they're legal to keep.

Capt. Joe runs a 65' Offshore sport fishing with room for 8 passengers. It comes with outriggers, downriggers, a fighting chair, and everything else you need for a productive day on the water. There's a toilet on board for your convenience. Capt. Joe
will supply rods and reels for you, along with lures. Live bait is included, but you should ask the captain whether you'll be catching it yourself.

Trips are run with the help of a First Mate, who's there to help you fish and keep everyone safe on board. Mates work hard to make your trip count, so a 15%–20% gratuity is customary and much appreciated.

There's no need to buy a fishing license, just show up ready for a good time! Have in mind that you may release some fish due to regulations. If you don't know what to expect, ask the captain. Looking to get the whole family outdoors? Kids are absolutely welcome! Be sure to ask if child-sized life vests are available, otherwise, you should bring your own. Also, remember to bring snacks so that nobody gets cranky on an empty belly! It's recommended to bring sunglasses, sunblock (non-spray), bottled water, and a hat. If you'd like to bring other drinks, just ask.

Give yourself something to look forward to and book a trip with Captain Joe's Charter!

If you're ready to love fishing in Morehead City, look no further than Captain Joe's Charter. Having logged many hours on these tides, Captain Joe can tell you all about the local fishery.

Depending on conditions, you might hook into Dolphin (Mahi Mahi), Snowy Grouper, Atlantic Mackerel, Blue Marlin, White Marlin, Sailfish, Swordfish, Gray Triggerfish, Blackfin Tuna, Bluefin Tuna, Yellowfin Tuna, Wahoo, and who knows what yet! On these trips, you can expect to troll and bottom fish using heavy tackle. Any fish you catch are yours to take with you, provided they're legal to keep.

Capt. Joe runs a 65' Offshore sport fishing with room for 8 passengers. It comes with outriggers, downriggers, a fighting chair, and everything else you need for a productive day on the water. There's a toilet on board for your convenience. Capt. Joe
will supply rods and reels for you, along with lures. Live bait is included, but you should ask the captain whether you'll be catching it yourself.

Trips are run with the help of a First Mate, who's there to help you fish and keep everyone safe on board. Mates work hard to make your trip count, so a 15%–20% gratuity is customary and much appreciated.

There's no need to buy a fishing license, just show up ready for a good time! Have in mind that you may release some fish due to regulations. If you don't know what to expect, ask the captain. Looking to get the whole family outdoors? Kids are absolutely welcome! Be sure to ask if child-sized life vests are available, otherwise, you should bring your own. Also, remember to bring snacks so that nobody gets cranky on an empty belly! It's recommended to bring sunglasses, sunblock (non-spray), bottled water, and a hat. If you'd like to bring other drinks, just ask.

Give yourself something to look forward to and book a trip with Captain Joe's Charter!

Joe Visser
Captain
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Trip availability and prices

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August 2026
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Full Day Trip – Offshore
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
8 hour trip starts at 5:15 AM
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Marlin (Blue)
Marlin (White)
Sailfish
+8
US $3,500
Entire boat: up to 8 people
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Rating

4.9
20 reviews
4.9
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
4.9
Fishing Experience

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Marc Bianco
Marc Bianco
us
Virginia, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
BIG WAVES & BLOWIN CHUNKS
Full Day Trip – Offshore on May 1, 20264 adults

Had a great time on the April Mae, seas were 8-10’ had a few of us blowing chunks but overall we caught fish and had a blast! Crew was bound and dtermined to make sure we had a great time. We will be back again soon!!!!!!

Reported catch:
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Wahoo
Atlantic Mackerel
Joe Visser
Response from Captain

Thanks and see you soon

Dennis Williams
Dennis Williams
Repeat angler
us
North Carolina, US
Member since 2020
3 trips
5.0
Verified
Fishing with Joe
Full Day Trip – Offshore on July 1, 20268 adults

Great boat and crew!

Reported catch:
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Gray Triggerfish
Jared Palmer
Jared Palmer
us
North Carolina, US
Member since 2026
The captain canceled
May 28, 2026
Trip was supposed to happen on May 28, 2026

The charter operation canceled -4 days after the trip date.

Christine Dery
Christine Dery
us
Florida, US
Member since 2024
5.0
Verified
Great Family Fun
Full Day Trip – Offshore on July 3, 20248 adults

I’m sure our experience was different than it would be for a different group of people….Our ages range from 14-80, and our levels of fishing experience was just as broad, but everyone had a great time! We had a slow day, but we all still got one time with a fish. The crew was professional, knowledgeable, and friendly. There was plenty of seating inside and outside of the cabin. It was clean and very comfortable. I definitely recommend.

Reported catch:
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Sailfish
Joe Visser
Response from Captain

Thanks

Brian Connolly
Brian Connolly
us
Pennsylvania, US
Member since 2023
5.0
Verified
Dinner Cruise on the April Mae
Dinner Cruise on March 2, 20235 adults

What an experience! Captain and crew were top notch even before stepping on the boat. THey helped everyone in the party onto and off of the boat and were quick to put out non-skid mats dockside so no one would slip. While on the cruise to 34 Degrees North the crew was quick to point out the wild horses on the banks of the waterway with penty of time for pictures. The ride was very smooth and stable. The boat is very well appointed and you can see it is very well maintained and clean. Coming back in the dark was not a worry since the boat has all of the latest electronics including night vision. Once tied back up in the slip we were not hurried off the boat since there was still time left on the charter allowing our party to have a night-cap cocktail to finish off a very enjoyable experience. We will be doing this again on the April Mae!

FAQs about Captain Joe's Charter

Captain Joe's Charter offers the following trip to customers:
  • US $3,500 per group - Full Day Trip – Offshore (8 hours)
When you book a trip with Captain Joe's Charter, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet
  • Air conditioning
  • Fighting chair
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Bed
  • Flybridge Enclosed bridge
  • Snorkeling equipment
  • Live bait well
  • Kitchen
  • Refrigerator
  • Multimedia system
  • Outriggers
  • Spearfishing equipment
  • Ice box
  • Radar
Trips booked with Captain Joe's Charter include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live bait
  • Lures
  • First mate (15-20% tip is recommended for our first mate.)
  • Fishing license (For 6 guest)
Captain Joe's Charter offers the following types of fishing:
  • Offshore fishing
  • Reef fishing
  • Wreck fishing
Captain Joe's Charter offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Heavy tackle
  • Bottom fishing
  • Trolling
  • Deep sea fishing
Top targeted fish species with Captain Joe's Charter include:
  • Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
  • Grouper (Snowy)
  • Mackerel (Atlantic)
  • Marlin (Blue)
  • Marlin (White)
  • Sailfish
  • Swordfish
  • Triggerfish (Gray)
  • Tuna (Blackfin)
  • Tuna (Bluefin)
  • Tuna (Yellowfin)
  • Wahoo

Your captain

Joe Visser
Joe Visser
Joe Visser

Morehead City, North Carolina, United States

20 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since February 2023

Our captain has 5 years of offshore fishing experience. Capt. primary goal is to provide a memorable fishing experience for all. He is prepared to show you the best of these waters whether you're trolling, bottom fishing, or deep sea fishing. Among his favorite fish to target are Marlin, Sailfish, and many more!

20 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since February 2023

Our captain has 5 years of offshore fishing experience. Capt. primary goal is to provide a memorable fishing experience for all. He is prepared to show you the best of these waters whether you're trolling, bottom fishing, or deep sea fishing. Among his favorite fish to target are Marlin, Sailfish, and many more!

The fish you can target

Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Snowy Grouper
Snowy Grouper
Atlantic Mackerel
Atlantic Mackerel
Blue Marlin
Blue Marlin
White Marlin
White Marlin
Sailfish
Sailfish
Swordfish
Swordfish
Gray Triggerfish
Gray Triggerfish
Blackfin Tuna
Blackfin Tuna
Bluefin Tuna
Bluefin Tuna
Yellowfin Tuna
Yellowfin Tuna
Wahoo
Wahoo
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Snowy Grouper
Snowy Grouper
Atlantic Mackerel
Atlantic Mackerel
Blue Marlin
Blue Marlin
White Marlin
White Marlin

Real catches by this captain

  • Great Captain and Crew!
    Nicholas T.
    Nicholas T.
  • Awesome experience
    Greg Z.
    Greg Z.
  • May fishing trip
    Trestin J.
    Trestin J.

What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Sportfishing boats
Capacity
8 persons
Boat length
65 ft
Year built
1998
Restored in
2019
Boat manufacturer
Hatteras
Boat type
Sportfishing
Engine model
Detroit Diesel
Powered by
2 x 1450HP
Max cruising speed
25 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Offshore Fishing
Reef Fishing
Wreck Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Deep Sea Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

Toilet
Air conditioning
Fighting chair
GPS
Fishfinder
Bed
Flybridge
Enclosed bridge
Snorkeling equipment
Live bait well
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Multimedia system
Outriggers
Spearfishing equipment
Ice box
Radar
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Live bait
Lures
First mate
15-20% tip is recommended for our first mate.
Fishing license
For 6 guest

How cancellations work

Free cancellation up to 7 days prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 7 days before the trip date, free of charge. If you cancel or modify your booking later, or fail to show up, you'll forfeit 100% of what you've paid.

More details

What the listing policies are

Pickup not included

Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.

Child friendly
6 years old minimum
No smoking
You keep catch
Catch and release allowed

How you can pay

Book with 10% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 10% deposit to guarantee your reservation.

The remaining balance is to be paid directly to the charter operator on or prior to your trip date in one of the following payment methods:

 Cash

 Mastercard

 American Express

 PayPal

When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 4% charge will apply.

What’s biting in Morehead City right now

Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Grouper (Snowy)Grouper (Snowy)
Marlin (Blue)Marlin (Blue)
Marlin (White)Marlin (White)
SailfishSailfish
Tuna (Blackfin)Tuna (Blackfin)
Tuna (Bluefin)Tuna (Bluefin)
Tuna (Yellowfin)Tuna (Yellowfin)
WahooWahoo

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